Physiology Society of Southern Africa Congress 2025
Hosted by the North-West University
24-27 August 2025
This conference serves as the annual flagship event of the PSSA which unites emerging researchers and expert scientists from across the country and beyond to share their research findings and future aspirations.
Theme - Multidisciplinary Perspectives in Physiology: From Cells to Society
Sub themes
This conference brings together experts and researchers in physiology and related fields to present their work and contribute to global change, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being. The event will be structured around these sub-themes:
- Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and Chronic Conditions
- Cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and metabolic syndrome
- Diabetes, obesity, and other endocrine disorders
- Cancer biology and innovative therapies
- Infectious Diseases and Immune Responses (e.g., HIV, COVID-19, TB)
- Occupational, Environmental, and Public Health
- Reproductive, Maternal, and Sexual Health
- Neuroscience, Mental Health, and Psychophysiology
- Exercise, Sport, and Performance Physiology
- Advances in Health Professions Education
- Systems Biology, Omics, and Translational Research
- Applied Physiological Health Sciences and Emerging Frontiers in Health Sciences
- Pharmacology, Drug Development, and Alternative Medicine
Important dates
Call for Abstracts: 20 May 2025 | |
Abstract submission deadline: 30 June 2025 | |
Notification of abstract acceptance/rejection: 14 July 2025 latest | |
Registration: 20 May - 30 June 2025 |
Please note: Invoices will be issued for registration and accommodation costs (payment will not be collected online).
Important congress contact details:
General enquiries: pssa2025.conference@nwu.ac.za
Abstract enquiries: pssa2025.abstracts@nwu.ac.za